Omagari Fireworks Festival takes place in Akita prefecture’s city of Daisen. This festival has a long history dating back to 1910, and prizes such as the Prime Minister’s Award and the Japan Tourist Agency Award are given during this festival, making it a sort of national pageant to decide Japan's very best fireworks technician. Omagari Fireworks Festival is great for those who are looking for a state-of-the-art fireworks display.